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Patricia Washburn's avatar

Oh my. I can only imagine how horrible that realization had to have been for you. Your medical knowledge as well as your caregiving knowledge is so enlightening. I appreciate that you are taking the time to write these things down so others of us have more knowledge if we are faced with the same situation. My husband was a golfer, but was not able to golf after his diagnosis. I never would have thought he could injure himself simply from swinging a golf club. Thank you, Kristina!

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Kristina Adams Waldorf, MD's avatar

Thank you, Pat!

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Barbara March's avatar

I'm not a health professional but I am a caregiver. I understand your frustration at not having enough information to deal with an unexpected situation. And for me, there are many. You can find my experiences at Caregiving in the Empty Quarter.

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Kristina Adams Waldorf, MD's avatar

Thank you! I will check out your Substack!

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Victoria's avatar

Ouch! I'm feeling this for you and your husband. hugs.

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Kristina Adams Waldorf, MD's avatar

Thank you! Too him 9 months to heal.

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Victoria's avatar

Geez I knew they took a while but 9 months! Uncomfortable and painful for both of you. xo

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Kristina Adams Waldorf, MD's avatar

He forgave me right away - we both felt ridiculous - but me, most of all.

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Anne's avatar

Oh, dear.

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